Japan's Ancient & Beautiful Heartland
From Takayama | 3.5 - 4 hours |
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From Nagano/Matsumoto | 1.5 hours/40 minutes |
From Nagoya | 1.5 hours |
Takayama | 45 min |
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Kamikochi | 1.5 hours |
Matsumoto | 40 minutes |
Japan's Ancient & Beautiful Heartland
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Visitors to the Kiso Ontake Mountain Range will discover a place of rare beauty, historic importance and pristine nature.
The Kiso Ontake Mountain Range is blessed with lush forests, stunning rivers and waterfalls, and many walking trails including the historic Nakasendo.
Here are our suggestions of 25 Things to do around the Nakasendo and Kiso Valley.
The Kiso Ontake Mountain Range has so much to offer – let us help you discover more!
Running from Nagano to Nagoya via Matsumoto, the Limited Express Shinano service connects visitors to the region.
One of five major trade routes connecting Kyoto and Tokyo during the Edo Period, the Nakasendo can still be walked today,
Winter brings snow and cold to the Kiso Onakte Mountain Range and in doing so, fills the region with a quiet magic.
Combining your visit to Kiso Ontake and the famous old town of Takayama is easy in autumn, using the local shuttle bus service.
Ascend the Beautiful, Sacred Mountain
Rising to 2150 metres - the mountain's 7th station - the ropeway provides access to walking trails and dramatic alpine vistas.
Experience the Tradition of Nature Worship
As the focal point of devotion for the 'Ontake Shinko' sect, Mount Ontake can be hiked along its historic pilgrimage trails.
Walk the Atera River
This stunning gorge, known for its emerald waters, can be accessed via leisurely walking track.
Follow the Emerald Road
Nearby Atera, Kakizore is another of the Kiso Valley's hidden jewels.
Guided Canoeing
Formed by a landslide in 1984, Lake Shizeko be enjoyed in summer with guided canoe and kayak tours.
Walk the Historic Nakasendo
One of five former routes linking Kyoto and Tokyo during the Edo Period, the Nakasendo can still be walked today.
Go Deep into the heart of Japan
Ascend the Ontake Ropeway to its highest station and descend back to the world below through its sacred forests, led by a locally-based guide.
On the Trail of the Gods
Be guided along 'Ontake Kodo' and deep into the heart of Japan and its timeless tradition of nature and mountain worship.
From Takayama | 3.5 - 4 hours |
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From Nagano/Matsumoto | 1.5 hours/40 minutes |
From Nagoya | 1.5 hours |
Takayama | 45 min |
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Kamikochi | 1.5 hours |
Matsumoto | 40 minutes |